FC Porto vs Manchester Utd Prediction 03 Oct 2024

⚽ Europa League - League phase - Round 2 Preview

📅 03 Oct 2024

⏰ 20:00 GMT +1

🏟 Estádio do Dragão (Porto)

Porto had a rocky start in the UEFA Europa League, taking the lead against Bodø/Glimt only to suffer a disappointing 3-2 defeat despite having a man advantage for much of the second half and firing an impressive 29 shots. This marked just their second loss of the season (W7), but they rebounded strongly with a 4-0 victory over Arouca. Now, they will be eager to set the record straight against Manchester United. Porto boasts a solid home record in European competitions, having won their last three matches at the Estádio do Dragão, including a victory against English side Arsenal. They have not lost on home soil in any competition since April (W6, D2), and this match presents an excellent opportunity to extend their winning streak.

Manchester United faces a challenging situation, grappling with a crisis following a 3-0 loss to Tottenham. Manager Erik ten Hag received a vote of confidence from the board, but the home crowd expressed their frustration during the match. United has struggled on the continental stage, managing only one win in their last nine European outings (D3, L5), and they could only muster a 1-1 draw against Twente on matchday one. Notably, the Red Devils have been vulnerable on the road in UEFA competition, scoring three goals in each of their last three European away games yet failing to secure a win in any of those matches (D1, L2).

Where to watch FC Porto vs Manchester Utd?

📺 Link to watch FC Porto vs Manchester Utd Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Samu Omorodion (FC Porto): The new striker has been in fantastic form, scoring five goals in his last four matches, with four of them coming after the break.
• Rasmus Højlund (Manchester Utd): The forward has netted three of his five European goals last term while playing away, seeking to break his scoring drought this season.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Porto has won their last three home European matches, including a victory against Arsenal.
• Manchester United is winless in their last three European away matches, despite scoring three goals in each.
• United has not lost in their last 12 meetings with Portuguese clubs (W9, D3) since December 2005.

💡 FC Porto vs Manchester Utd Prediction

This encounter at the Estádio do Dragão promises to be fiercely contested as Porto aims to capitalize on their strong home form against a struggling Manchester United side. While Porto's recent victory against Arouca bolstered their confidence, United will be desperate to reverse their fortunes following a disappointing start to the season. With Porto's impressive home record and United's defensive vulnerabilities, this match could very well see the home side take advantage and secure a crucial win.

FC Porto vs Manchester Utd Betting Tips

• Porto to win.
• Both teams to score.
• Over 2.5 total goals.